The Lorax

Good watch, will probably watch again, and can recommend. Despite the "Despicable Me" / "Minions" franchise, Illumination seems to do good work, and they really brought the zaney world of Dr. Seuss to life here, regardless of how much sense it may or may not make at the time. It's been a while since I read "The Lorax", but I'm pretty sure the motivation to plant a tree wasn't to get a girl. For all I remember the Onceler's story was the original storybook with a couple of catchy musical numbers thrown in. That aside, there is a lot of fun in this movie with a (ultimately) positive message about environmental conservation, thought it's not as strong as it would like to be, but as palatable as necessary. While I won't bored you with the details necessary to convey my view on environmental education, there is an odd bit to the "conducting business" scene series where there almost seems to be a subtle message for capitalistic business during the moments we're being told this is bad, or maybe that was the point: there is a struggle and balance necessary. I just thought it was funny. At least the put message out there for us not to underestimate the elderly. The world / character creation is very well done, and I'm humming one of the songs as I write this, but there is one problem I have with the writing: that the Onceler breaks the story up across multiple days. Once he has his audience (oh, play with in a play: a Shakespearean device), and the movie has its audience, just tell your story through. I'm not a fan of break up a story into multiple stories if it's not necessary (if you've ever binged a tv show, you know what I'm talking about). At least he didn't flip it all around and tell it out of order (see "Pulp Fiction"). While the Lorax itself is an underwhelming, if subtle, character itself, I can imagine most people will enjoy it.

Such a crap movie for babies. The Lorax is literal orange crap color. Boring garbage made by money hungry pigs.

Alright, buckle up, because I need to tell you about my absolute, hands-down, no-questions-asked favorite movie of all time: The Lorax! Seriously, this movie is a 10/10 masterpiece, and I'm going to tell you why without spoiling a single thing. First off, the animation is just... wow! The colors are so vibrant, and the way they designed the Truffula Trees? They look like fluffy, candy-colored clouds! It's like stepping into a dream. And the characters? Each one is so unique and expressive. You can tell exactly what they're feeling just by looking at them. The way they move and interact with the world around them is just so engaging! But it's not just pretty to look at. The story is super important and really makes you think. It's about this kid who wants to find a real tree, and his journey takes him to some unexpected places. It's got adventure, some really funny moments, and a lot of heart. It teaches you about caring for the environment and how even one person can make a big difference. And it does it in a way that's fun and exciting, not preachy or boring. The music! Oh my goodness, the songs are so catchy! I find myself singing them all the time. They perfectly fit the mood of each scene, and they're just super fun to listen to. They stick in your head in the best way possible. And the voice acting? Amazing! Every actor brought their character to life with so much energy and personality. You can really feel their emotions, whether they're happy, sad, or even a little bit silly. Honestly, The Lorax is just a perfect movie. It's got something for everyone: amazing visuals, a great story, awesome music, and characters you'll fall in love with. It makes you laugh, it makes you think, and it leaves you feeling good. It's a film you can watch over and over again and still find something new to appreciate. If you haven't seen it yet, you absolutely have to! Trust me, you won't be disappointed. It's a movie that stays with you long after the credits roll. And now you know, it's my all time favorite movie ever!